If there’s any holiday that brings the word “basket” to mind, it’s Easter. Typically kids are excited to get a basket filled with Peeps and Cadbury eggs, but we want to mix that idea up a little. Here is a guide to “non-candy” ideas that will keep kids of all ages active and smiling:
Babies:
Don’t leave the smallest members of the family out! Here are a few simple gifts that babies and parents will love.
- Teether
- Pacifier
- Stuffed Animal
- Blanket
- Onesie
Toddlers:
Toddlers are at the age where they’re curious about everything. They’ll love these items in their gift basket:
- Kid’s Umbrella (They’ll need one for all the April showers.)
- Children’s Book
- Bubbles
- Bath Toy
- Finger Paints
- Plush Toy
Children Age 3-5:
Children this age love things they can express themselves with. Art supplies are the perfect gift to keep them occupied for hours.
- Playdough
- Coloring Book
- Sidewalk Chalk
- Watercolors
- Crayons
Children Age 5-7:
Give this age group of kids items to get them outside and in the fresh air. Spring is the perfect time to get them out in the backyard.
- Toy Figures
- Slime
- Dolls
- Craft Kit
- Binoculars
- Soccer Ball
- Sidewalk Chalk
- Coloring Book
Children Age 7-10:
It’s hard to know what kids are into these days. They’ll be sure to like the items on this list!
- A Book of Mad Libs
- Putty
- Art Set
- Book
- Sunglasses
- Chapstick
- Butterfly Growing Kit
- Legos
Another important part of Easter baskets are making sure that the basket itself is just as fun as the prizes inside it. Here are a few of our favorite baskets for Easter/spring:
- Novelty Paperboard Baseball Box
